On the cummins engine tag, which one of the numbers is the CPL, what does cpl stand for? I found the tag on the block now problem, just having hard time figuring out which one is the cpl number, thanks for the help

 

never mind, did a search and found what i needed

 

For those who don't know what it is, CPL stands for Controlled Parts List. It is a parts list that is specific to that series engine and configuration. Remember that the 5.9 comes in several different varieties. The CPL is hte number a mechanic or parts guy will use to get the right part for that engine configuration. Things like heads, injectors, valves are configuration specific. To find the CPL nuber look on your engine at the front drivers side of the timing case. There is a data plate with lots of info. CPL is listed in there.

 

Thanks for the info and saying what CPL stands for

 

No problem. I will be putting a picture of the data plate in my gallery. Also the CPL number on my engine is 2902.

 

yeah, that is what the number was on mine

 

The other number to keep handy is the 8 digit engine serial number. Cummins Southern Plains in Houston is right around the corner from my office and any time I need parts, the guys at the parts counter ask for the sn.

 

Yep, thats what I was asked for too. The parts lists for the ISB series engines come on a CD-ROM disc to the parts suppliers. By typing in the serial number when they run the program on the disc they can pull up everything that was equipped with that engine as it left the factory and get you the correct part you need.

 

Check this out. This is what the the data plate looks like. Yours may be buried under grease buildup, especially if you still have the stock breather bottle setup. Firing order is also on the plate under the CPL #. 1 5 3 6 2 4

 

Thanks for all the infor on the tag. I gonna put the info in my truck notebook.


Davey